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nakama
NAH-kah-mah · noun · slang
Close comrades or a tight-knit found family.
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A group of trusted companions or friends who fight and stick together, a hugely resonant concept in shonen series about friendship and loyalty. Fans use it for a beloved found-family cast.
“The crew aren't just teammates, they're nakama.”
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nakama In A Sentence
The crew aren't just teammates, they're nakama.
Origin & Usage
Japanese 仲間 (nakama), 'companion/comrade/ally'.
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What does nakama mean?
Nakama means close comrades or a tight-knit group of trusted companions who fight and stick together — often used by fans for a beloved found-family cast.
Where does the word nakama come from?
It comes from the Japanese 仲間 (nakama), meaning 'companion', 'comrade', or 'ally'.
Why is nakama important in shonen anime?
Shonen series often centre on themes of friendship and loyalty, so the idea of nakama — bonds strong enough to fight for — resonates deeply with fans.
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